2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2011 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Idea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 521 kg more than 2011 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2011 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | B3000 | Idea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 47 L |
